Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to Columbus from $135

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ILM — CMH
May 21 — May 281

The best prices from Wilmington New Hanover County to Columbus are usually found in September or October, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Columbus (C01). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$283

One-way from

$135
High demand for flights, 42% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 47% potential price drop
From Wilmington New Hanover County to Columbus
One-way flight from Wilmington New Hanover County to Columbus

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Wilmington to Columbus?

Sunday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 63%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Wilmington to Columbus?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 28 days in advance, which can save you up to 185% on flights from Wilmington to Columbus compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 28 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $340. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $523.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to Columbus?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in January. For low rates, September can be a great choice for travel to Columbus. Flights to Columbus from Wilmington in September are about $487 on average during September, but can be found for as low as $174.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Wilmington to Columbus (ILM - CMH)?

When flying from Wilmington to Columbus, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 56% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Wilmington to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Wilmington and Columbus. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Wilmington to Columbus. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Thu 9/194:22 pmILM - CMH
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/238:17 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop3h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$415
Fri 8/28:12 pmILM - CMH
1 stop4h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/41:12 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$485
Thu 9/195:28 amILM - CMH
2 stops6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/236:13 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop3h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$490
Thu 9/195:28 amILM - CMH
2 stops6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/239:01 amCMH - ILM
2 stops8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$495
Thu 6/68:57 amILM - CMH
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/96:15 amCMH - ILM
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$505
Thu 6/65:00 amILM - CMH
2 stops9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/96:15 amCMH - ILM
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$510
Thu 6/66:19 amILM - CMH
2 stops11h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/96:15 pmCMH - ILM
2 stops16h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$542
Fri 5/3112:44 pmILM - CMH
2 stops8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/26:53 amCMH - ILM
1 stop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$550
Fri 5/315:21 amILM - CMH
2 stops8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/27:01 amCMH - ILM
2 stops7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$640

Cheap Delta flights from Wilmington to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Wilmington and Columbus. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Delta flights we've found at this time heading from Wilmington to Columbus. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Thu 8/87:00 amILM - CMH
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Sun 8/1110:00 amCMH - ILM
1 stop3h 36mDelta
Deal found 5/15$453
Fri 5/317:02 amILM - CMH
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Sun 6/28:09 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop3h 39mDelta
Deal found 5/16$468

Cheap Wilmington to Columbus flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Wilmington to Columbus specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Wilmington to Columbus in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Fri 5/317:02 amILM - CMH
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Sun 6/28:09 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop3h 39mDelta
Deal found 5/16$468
Thu 6/68:57 amILM - CMH
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/96:15 amCMH - ILM
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$505
Thu 6/65:00 amILM - CMH
2 stops9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/96:15 amCMH - ILM
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$510
Thu 6/66:19 amILM - CMH
2 stops11h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/96:15 pmCMH - ILM
2 stops16h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$542
Fri 5/3112:44 pmILM - CMH
2 stops8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/26:53 amCMH - ILM
1 stop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$550
Sat 5/186:00 amILM - CMH
1 stop6h 46mDelta
Tue 5/211:50 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Deal found 5/14$607
Fri 5/315:21 amILM - CMH
2 stops8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/27:01 amCMH - ILM
2 stops7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$640
Sat 5/185:21 amILM - CMH
2 stops6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/218:35 amCMH - ILM
1 stop3h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$660
Sat 5/187:02 amILM - CMH
1 stop9h 04mDelta
Tue 5/211:50 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Deal found 5/15$675

Wilmington to Columbus 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Wilmington and Columbus in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Wilmington to Columbus in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Thu 9/194:22 pmILM - CMH
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/238:17 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop3h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$415
Thu 8/87:00 amILM - CMH
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Sun 8/1110:00 amCMH - ILM
1 stop3h 36mDelta
Deal found 5/15$453
Fri 5/317:02 amILM - CMH
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Sun 6/28:09 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop3h 39mDelta
Deal found 5/16$468
Thu 8/89:55 amILM - CMH
3 stops29h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/116:56 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop13h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$475
Mon 7/159:08 amILM - CMH
1 stop3h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/201:12 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$485
Mon 7/159:08 amILM - CMH
1 stop3h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/208:42 amCMH - ILM
2 stops8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$490
Thu 9/195:28 amILM - CMH
2 stops6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/239:01 amCMH - ILM
2 stops8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$495
Thu 6/68:57 amILM - CMH
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/96:15 amCMH - ILM
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$505
Thu 6/65:00 amILM - CMH
2 stops9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/96:15 amCMH - ILM
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$510

One-way flights to Columbus from Wilmington

Search for one-way flight options from Wilmington to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Wilmington to Columbus can choose from these deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Wilmington to Columbus should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Sun 5/264:10 pmILM - CMH
1 stop15h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$135
Sun 5/2610:55 amILM - CMH
2 stops21h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$184
Wed 6/195:00 amILM - CMH
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$203
Thu 6/2012:58 pmILM - CMH
2 stops25h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$271
Sat 6/296:45 amILM - CMH
1 stop4h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$278
Sat 6/295:00 amILM - CMH
2 stops7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$283
Thu 6/2012:58 pmILM - CMH
3 stops21h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$297
Sun 5/2610:55 amILM - CMH
3 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$312
Fri 7/199:08 amILM - CMH
2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$363

Find flights from Wilmington to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to Columbus that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 9/19

1 stop5h 54m

Columbus

Mon 9/23

1 stop3h 09m

$415

Wilmington New Hanover CountyColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 8/8

1 stop6h 59m

Columbus

Sun 8/11

1 stop3h 36m

$453

Wilmington New Hanover CountyColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/31

1 stop5h 56m

Columbus

Sun 6/2

1 stop3h 39m

$468

Wilmington New Hanover CountyColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 8/8

3 stops29h 58m

Columbus

Sun 8/11

1 stop13h 14m

$475

Wilmington New Hanover CountyColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 8/2

1 stop4h 23m

Columbus

Sun 8/4

1 stop6h 15m

$485

Wilmington New Hanover CountyColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 9/19

2 stops6h 48m

Columbus

Mon 9/23

1 stop3h 13m

$490

Wilmington New Hanover CountyColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 9/19

2 stops6h 07m

Columbus

Mon 9/23

2 stops8h 18m

$495

Wilmington New Hanover CountyColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 6/6

1 stop5h 51m

Columbus

Sun 6/9

1 stop4h 33m

$505

Wilmington New Hanover CountyColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 8/8

3 stops29h 58m

Columbus

Sun 8/11

2 stops20h 50m

$531

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/15

When is the best time to book a flight from Wilmington to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wilmington to Columbus. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
Booking 27 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wilmington to Columbus. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Wilmington to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Wilmington to Columbus. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Wilmington to Columbus flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Columbus by month

Plan your trip from Wilmington to Columbus by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Wilmington to Columbus is currently $258 while a round-trip flight costs $480. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Columbus (average of $283). Flying from Wilmington to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$292

February

$298

March

$347

April

$332

May

$329

June

$366

July

$335

August

$298

September

$295

October

$283

November

$295

December

$300

Temperature and rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMH

Temperature

30.2 - 75.2 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Columbus. Reviews last updated May 16, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Wilmington to Columbus, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

7.3
Good
14,514 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wilmington to Columbus?

    For a flight from Wilmington to Columbus, you will be flying from New Hanover County. Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is just 4.3 mi from the center of the city. New Hanover County is the only Wilmington airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. 2 airlines have flights to Columbus from Wilmington New Hanover County on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Wilmington to Columbus for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Wilmington to Columbus for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $415, but on average you can expect to pay $539.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wilmington to Columbus round-trip?

    Currently priced at $415, American Airlines will fly you from Wilmington to Columbus and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Delta for as low as $453. Users have found that American Airlines is 14% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does ILM to CMH mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to Columbus Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ILM to CMH flight. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wilmington to Columbus that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Wilmington to Columbus flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Wilmington to Columbus with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Wilmington to Columbus flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wilmington to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Wilmington to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Wilmington to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Wilmington to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Wilmington to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wilmington to Columbus that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Wilmington to Columbus offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Wilmington to Columbus?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Wilmington to Columbus flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Wilmington to Columbus flight deals updated?

    The Wilmington to Columbus flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

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